Bilberry Ginkgo Eyebright Complex is a combination of several natural sources of antioxidants and added vitamins, for example Vitamin C which contributes to the protection of cells from oxidative stress.

Free radicals are produced by the body when you breathe, digest food, exercise or even sleep. They are naturally occuring as they are created by emotional stress, ultraviolet light, radiation and air pollution. Free radicals damage the body by causing deterioration of the cells and putting the body into a stress state. To counter the effect of free radicals, a balance of antioxidants is required. Important Antioxidants include: Vitamin C, Vitamin E, Zinc and Selenium, which all contribute to the protection of cells from oxidative stress. Antioxidants can be obtained by eating a healthy and balanced diet, but taking a supplement might be desirable to achieve an optimal intake of antioxidants.

The special Bilberry Ginkgo Eyebright Complex combines the botanicals Ginkgo Biloba and Eyebright with Vitamins C, A and E, alongside minerals such as Zinc and Selenium.

Bilberry Ginkgo Eyebright Complex is to be taken as 2 vegetable capsules daily and it is suitable for those on a vegan diet.

Vitamin C contributes to:

• The normal collagen formation for the normal function of blood vessels, bones, cartilage, gums, skin and teeth
• The normal energy-yielding metabolism
• The normal functioning of the nervous system
• The normal psychological function
• The normal functioning of the immune system, as well as during and after intense physical exercise
• The protection of cells from oxidative stress
• The reduction of tiredness and fatigue
• The regeneration of the reduced form of vitamin E
• The increase of iron absorption

Zinc contributes to:

• Hair, skin and nails maintenance
• Carbohydrate metabolism
• Cognitive function
• Fertility and reproduction
• Metabolism of vitamin A
• Testosterone levels in the blood
• Vision function
• Immune system function
• Maintenance of normal bones
• Protection of cells from oxidative stress

Selenium contributes to:

• Normal spermatogenesis
• Maintenance of normal hair
• Maintenance of normal nails
• Normal function of the immune system
• Normal thyroid function
• Protection of cells from oxidative stress

Vitamin A contributes to:

• Normal iron metabolism
• Maintenance of normal mucous membranes
• Maintenance of normal skin
• Maintenance of normal vision
• Normal function of the immune system
• Process of cell specialisation

Vitamin E is a fat-soluble vitamin and acts as an antioxidant as it protects cells from oxidative stress. It also contains natural Vitamin E (d-alpha tocopherol) which in studies has shown to be 1.3 times more bioavailable than synthetic forms**.

In addition this formula includes:

• Carotenoids - compounds that produce the bright yellow, red and orange colours in plants, vegetables and fruits.
• Eyebright - an herb which grows in Europe and has been used traditionally for eye support.
• NAC (N-Acetyl Cysteine) - an amino acid.
• Bilberry Berry - a shrub with flowers and can be found in Northern Europe, Northern America and Northern Asia. It is a rich source of anthocyanins.
• Ginkgo Biloba Leaf - an ancient plant which has been used in traditional Chinese medicines for centuries. This plant contains both flavonoids and terpenoids.Taurine is an essential amino acid as it cannot be made by the body. It is involved in various processes in the body.

**Chopra RK, Goldman R, Sinatra ST, Bhagavan HN. Relative bioavailability of coenzyme Q10 formulations in human subjects. Int J Vitam Nutr Res. 1998;68(2):109-113.